Tanzania. Trek to the top of Kilimanjaro!

1.1.2025

The trip is tailor-made, you can choose any date convenient for you and the composition of a private group, regardless of the number of participants

Recommended departure dates: January-February, July-October.

Within touching distance of the equator, a lifetime experience! - TREK TO THE TOP OF THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN ON THE AFRICAN CONTINENT - Kilimanjaro!, 5895 meters above sea level, the roof of Africa. An extraordinary experience of physical and mental challenge, on a route departing from a tropical zone, crossing strips of landscape and climate, with the progression in altitude, qualifying for the highest point on the continent.
The trip takes place in any group size. Training, transportation and support from our local team in Tanzania, a trained team that will welcome and support you throughout the journey from the moment of landing to departure (guides, porters, accommodations, food - everything! , with a high instructional and service ratio).

Recommended departure dates: January-February, July-October.

Tanzania. Trek to the top of Kilimanjaro!

Jan

the trip plan

Day 1: Travel to Africa
Regular flight TA - Tanzania (with stopover). Depart from the airport at night on a regular flight, with a stopover and continuing with a short flight to Tanzania. We'll meet with our team, and we'll set up a lovely lodge in the town of Moshi. We will get rooms, relax in the pool and meet for a briefing and organize about the equipment. Dinner and lodging at the lodge.

Day 2: Rongai Gate (1950m) - Simba Camp (2800m)
After an early breakfast we will take a trip to the entrance gate - Rongai, make registration arrangements for the reserve and continue traveling to the beginning of the route where we will also meet the logistics staff who will accompany us - porters, kitchen staff, a lot of equipment for staying on the territory, etc. The beginning of the walk from the village of Nalmero passes through cornfields and enters the pine forest, through which the path climbs in a very moderate and comfortable way. At an altitude of 2800 m - Camp Simba, where we camped for the night.

Day 3: Simba Camp - The Caves (3450 m)
After A. Late morning, we will continue a slow walk for proper acclimatization, stop for lunch in the field and continue to qualify until the cave site, at 3450 meters in Rum. Dinner and space accommodation.

Day 4: Cave Camp - Kiklava Cave (3600 m)
After A. Morning we will continue climbing towards the towering cone of the Kivu volcano - the top of Kilimanjaro. The landscape begins to open up, the vegetation changes and dwindles. Overnight at Camp Kiklava, at 3600 meters.

Day 5: Kiklava - Mawanzi (4330m)
A steep and not long climb will bring us to a wild and exposed landscape. Today we will cross the vegetation line and arrive in the early afternoon at the camp of Mawanzi at 4330 meters. We will take advantage of the afternoon to rest and wander around the camp, as part of the acclimatization.

Day 6: Mawanzi - Kivu (4700m)
About 5 hours walk from breakfast, we will cross the saddle that separates Mawanzi from Kivu and reach the base camp before the summit - Camp Kivu, 4700 meters high. We will take advantage of the afternoon to rest and organize the equipment, have an early dinner and sleep in preparation for the ascent to the summit at midnight.

DAY 7: SUMMIT DAY - FROM KIBU TO KILIMANJARO PEAK - 5895 METERS
The big day! At midnight, after hot tea and a light meal we go out to the top. Warm attire, headlamps, a tight and determined column. At an altitude of 5150 meters we will reach the Hans Meyer cave, a first point to rest. We will continue on a zigzag path, to Gilman Point at an altitude of 5681 m, located on the muzzle of the extinct volcano. From it we will continue along the spur of the knife, in a section where we will surely meet a layer of snow, until the summit of Kaliminjero, the highest point in Africa - Horo, at 5895 meters above sea level. Tremendous satisfaction and achievement - we did it! Subject to the weather conditions, we will stay a little while on the summit and begin to ski down, returning to Camp Kivu for a short rest after which we will continue down to Horumbo hut, 3720 m altitude, where we will spend the night.

Day 8: Horumbo Cabin (3720m) - Marango Gate (1980m)
After A. This morning we will continue to ski down the mountain. WE WILL PASS THROUGH THE MANDRA HUT WHERE WE WILL HAVE LUNCH AND CONTINUE INSIDE THE TROPICAL FOREST, ABOVE US FLOCKS OF MONKEYS, UNTIL THE MARANGO GATE, THE POPULAR ENTRANCE TO THE KILIMANJARO RESERVE, WHERE WE WILL SIGN WE PUT IN THE CLIMBERS LOG AND EARN A CERTIFICATE CONFIRMING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF CLIMBING TO THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN IN AFRICA. From there we drive to our lodge, for a nice warm shower, dinner at the lodge.

Day 9: Tanzania - Tel Aviv
A late breakfast at the lodge, a leisurely half-day of rest, with a book in the pool overlooking the top of Kilimanjaro, we might also suffice some massage, pack up and head to the airport, for the flight back to the country.

The cost of the trip

Cost of the trip: $2,950

The price includes: everything, except the flight and the entry visa!
‍· Full economy with full board 3 meals a day throughout the trek.
· Accommodation in good hotels at the beginning and at the end, excellent camping equipment.
· Kilimanjaro Reserve Entrance Fee.
· All fees and visas required for climbing.
· All transfers within the route, from the moment of landing to departure.
· Excellent local staff including climbing guides, cook and assistant, full porter staff.
· Can be paid by bank transfer or credit card, 3 installments without interest.

The price does not include:
‍· Personal expenses.
· Tips for local staff.
· EVERYTHING THAT IS NOT IN THE “PRICE INCLUDES” SECTION.

Notes:
· You can request to go on a different route than the proposed one, there are about 6 routes that go up to the top of the mountain.· The trip plan and price are based on a regular flight to Tanzania. There may be changes to the program due to a change in flight schedules.
· The price in NIS will be calculated based on the cash rate of sale of the “Bank of Hapoalim” on the day of payment.
· In case of changes in flight costs, such as port taxes, fuel surcharges, etc., the trip price will be updated accordingly.
· The route of the trip may change due to weather conditions, instructions from local authorities, technical faults or the decision of the guide on the ground in favor of the group members and the conduct of the trip.

Registration Form

1. Personal details

First name *surname *cellphone * Email Address * Address of residence *

Names of additional participantsNotes (option) * Mandatory fields.
It is recommended to purchase travel insurance already at the registration status. To purchase click - hereunder.

2. Preferred Payment Method

credit
In case of choosing a payment on credit, you will be sent a link to the payment. Please specify the number of payments convenient for you.Bank transfer
To the account in the name of Yoram Chen, Bank of Hapoalim, Branch 500, account number 410412. In the transfer, indicate the name of the trip and send a certificate of execution. Thank you!

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3. General conditions

Payment Terms and Cancellation Policy:
The cost of the trip will be paid at the registration status. It is possible to divide up to 3 installments.
In case of cancellation of participation in the notification of 21 days before departure - full refund excluding registration fee in the amount of NIS 200 (on a multi-day trip).
At least 14 days' notice prior to departure, 50% cancellation fee. At least 7 days before departure, 75% cancellation fee. In case of notification less than a week days before departure - full cancellation fee. Notification of cancellation of participation must be delivered in writing, in WhatsApp or by e-mail.

‍Insurance and liability:
‍Registration for a trip to the country, constitutes a signature of release from liability for bodily and property damage. The participant declares that he is aware that this is a trip that involves extreme activities also defined as extreme/extreme sports; trekking, cycling, cliff surfing and climbing. The participant declares that he is aware of the risks involved, his health is normal and he is skilled in carrying out the activity for which he is registered. The participant received all possible information regarding the route of the trip and the level of difficulty, saw photographs and/or talked with other participants, received explanations and understood the level of risk. In doing so, the participant releases the organizers, including Yoram Chen, from liability in case of injury, death or property damage. In the event of an emergency, all expenses will apply to the participant.
Payment Terms and Cancellation Policy:Upon registration, an advance of 30% of the trip cost will be paid. The balance is possible in installments provided that the amount is repaid in full up to 7 days before departure on the trip. The payment in shekels will be charged at the cash rate of sale of the Bank of Hapoim. Alternatively, you can pay in forex where the cost of the trip has been determined.Cancellation: Notice of cancellation must be sent by email to the office address office.yoramhen@gmail.comIn case of cancellation notice more than 45 days before the departure date, the entire payment will be refunded, except for the registration fee of 100 euros. 30 to 45 days before the departure date, the cost will be refunded except 30% of the transaction amount. 15 to 30 days before the departure date, the cost will be refunded except 50% of the transaction amount. 8-15 days before departure and until the date of departure for the trip, the cancellation fee will be 75% of the trip price, less than 8 days from the date of departure there will be a cancellation fee Full, that is - 100% of the trip price as a cancellation fee. Late arrival or early departure of the holiday, including in the event of an injury that caused the departure, loss of travel days due to late flights, weather damage or any other reason do not qualify for any refund. In the event that the cost of the flight is included in the purchased package, then, in any event, the cancellation fee mentioned above will not be deducted from the cancellation fee required by the airline, including changes in the date or any other changes that will incur payment to the air carrier. Airline cancellation fees, previous and subsequent cancellation fees will be calculated from the balance of the cost of the trip. The refund of the ticket fee will depend on the refund that comes from the airline, when it arrives. Yoram Chen may cancel or change any vacation or trip advertised by him if the number of participants does not justify the departure or from any other consideration. In cases where this is possible, the traveller will be offered an alternative holiday, or alternatively a refund without any financial compensation beyond the amount paid by him.Insurance and liability:Registration for a trip to the country or abroad, constitutes a signature of release from liability for bodily and property damage. The participant declares that he is aware that this is a trip that involves extreme activities also defined as extreme sports, including hard foot trekking, extreme cycling on technical tracks, rappelling trips, rock climbing and surfing, Via Prata, rafting, canyoning, and the nature of the activity is considered as extreme activity. In the act of registration, the participant declares that he is aware of the risks involved in the activity, his health is normal and he is skilled in carrying out the activity for which he is registered. The participant received all possible information regarding the route of the trip and the level of difficulty, saw photographs and/or talked with other participants, received explanations and understood the level of risk. In doing so, the participant releases the organizers, including Yoram Chen, from liability in case of injury, death or property damage. In the event of an emergency, all expenses will apply to the participant. Even when insurance companies do not always define the activity performed as extreme sports, it is mandatory to purchase insurance suitable for extreme sports, including air detection and rescue, medical flying, hospitalization and surgery, and baggage insurance. Charter flights are carried out by air carriers in accordance with the conditions and responsibilities of the carrier and subject to any law. The carrier has the right to change and consolidate flights, departure dates, etc., in accordance with regulations and procedures. A change in the date of the flight does not constitute grounds on the part of the passenger to cancel a trip. Regular flights: The flights operated by the different airlines on regular flights and/or charter flights subject to the conditions advertised by the airline. The flights and everything related to them are the sole responsibility of the airline.Documents:The passenger must ensure that the passport in his possession is valid for at least six months from the date of departure and that the passport is not damaged in any way. The customer must ensure that he has any visa and/or document necessary for his departure from the country and entry into the country of destination. The transit and entry documents to the destination countries are the sole responsibility of the traveler. For the purchase of a travel policy abroad, with an extension for extreme activities, from the Passportcard company - Click here. 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